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Lecture Note - Effect of Non Sinusoidal Supply

Non-sinusoidal supply waveforms can adversely affect VSI-fed induction motors by causing harmonic distortion, torque ripple, and increased losses, leading to reduced efficiency and operational stability. These effects can result in additional heating, control system instability, and require specific mitigation measures such as harmonic filters and proper motor selection. Understanding these impacts is crucial for ensuring reliable and efficient motor operation.

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Lecture Note - Effect of Non Sinusoidal Supply

Non-sinusoidal supply waveforms can adversely affect VSI-fed induction motors by causing harmonic distortion, torque ripple, and increased losses, leading to reduced efficiency and operational stability. These effects can result in additional heating, control system instability, and require specific mitigation measures such as harmonic filters and proper motor selection. Understanding these impacts is crucial for ensuring reliable and efficient motor operation.

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Lecture Note Electrical Drives

Prepared By: Dr.Shaikh Mohammed Suhel


Ph.D, GATE, M.Tech, B.E. Electrical

Que: Explain the effect of non-sinusoidal supply on VSI fed Induction motor. OR Discuss
effect of various harmonic torques of VSI based induction motor drive
Answer: When an inverter-fed induction motor is supplied with a non-sinusoidal voltage waveform, it
can have several effects on the motor's performance. Such as:

Harmonic Distortion and power factor: Non-sinusoidal supply waveforms typically contain harmonics,
which are multiples of the fundamental frequency. These harmonics can cause distortion in the motor
currents and voltages. The presence of harmonics can lead to increased losses, decreased efficiency,
and additional heating in the motor. Non-sinusoidal supply voltages can result in a poor power factor.

Torque reduction and Torque Ripple: Non-sinusoidal supply voltages can adversely affect the torque
characteristics of the motor. The presence of harmonics can distort the magnetic field produced by
the stator, leading to irregular torque output. This can result in reduced motor performance and
operational stability. The presence of harmonics in the supply voltage can result in torque ripple in the
motor. Torque ripple refers to fluctuations in the motor's output torque, which can lead to vibrations,
noise, and reduced overall performance.

Increased Losses: Non-sinusoidal supply waveforms can cause increased copper losses in the motor
due to higher current harmonics. The additional losses result in reduced efficiency. The Higher losses
within the motor result in increased heat generation. This can lead to higher temperature rise within
the motor windings and core.

Control System Instability: Inverter-fed induction motors typically rely on control algorithms that
assume a sinusoidal supply waveform. When non-sinusoidal waveforms are introduced, the control
system may experience instability or reduced performance. Adjustments or modifications to the
control system may be required to compensate for the effects of the non-sinusoidal supply.

To mitigate the effects of non-sinusoidal supply waveforms on an inverter-fed induction motor,


several measures can be taken, such as:

1) Applying appropriate harmonic filters to reduce the harmonic content of the supply
waveform.
2) Implementing proper motor and cable selection to withstand the additional stress caused by
non-sinusoidal waveforms.
3) Using insulation systems and materials that can withstand the higher voltage stresses.

Prepared By: Dr. Shaikh Mohammed Suhel, Associate Professor and Head, RNGPIT, Bardoli
4) Implementing control techniques that account for the presence of non-sinusoidal waveforms.

In summary, the effect of non-sinusoidal supply waveforms on an inverter-fed induction motor can
result in harmonic distortion, torque ripple, increased losses, bearing currents, insulation stress, and
control system instability. Understanding and mitigating these effects are essential to ensure the
reliable and efficient operation of the motor.

Prepared By: Dr. Shaikh Mohammed Suhel, Associate Professor and Head, RNGPIT, Bardoli

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